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MUSCATINE CITY COUNCIL
Gary Gray
At Large
Dick O'Brien
Mayor
Jerry Lange
At Large
Anne Lesnet
2
nd
Ward
Phil Fitzgerald
1st Ward
Bill Trent
5th Ward
2003 MEETING SCHEDULE
Jerry Root
4th Ward
Scott Day
3
rd
Ward
(All meetings start at 7:00 PM
unless voted upon by Council.)
Lorrie Fry
City Clerk Aide
Harvey Allbee, Jr.
City Attorney
Regular Meetings Indepth Meetings
A.J. Johnson
City Administrator
January 2 & 16 July 3 & 17 January 9 July 10
February 6 & 20 August 7 & 21 February 13 (None in August)
March 6 & 20 September 4 & 18 March 13 September 11
April 3 & 17 October 2 & 16 April 10 October 9
May 1 & 15 November 6 & 20 May 8 November 13
June 5 & 19 December 4 & 18 June 12 December 11
AGENDA
THURSDAY, AUGUST 21, 2003, 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBERS CITY HALL
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. OPENING PRAYER
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
5. COMMUNICATIONS CITIZENS
6. MINUTES APPROVAL
A. Regular City Council Meeting – August 7, 2003
7. CONSENT AGENDA
The following items are considered to be routine by the City Council and will be
enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a
Council Member or citizen so requests, in which event the item will be removed from
the Consent Agenda and considered in its normal sequence from the Agenda.
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* 9 – AF
* 13 – AD
* Bills*
*Approval of attached Bills for Approval totaling $979,020.32 is subject to the
approval of any related agenda item(s).
8. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Proposed Airport Terminal Building Project
Previously the City Council took action to establish a public hearing on the
proposed Airport Terminal Building Project. City staff, members of the Airport
Advisory Commission, and an outside architect have been working on developing
plans and specifications for the construction of the new airport terminal at the
city’s municipal airport. The project includes the removal of the existing building
and the construction of a 4,682 square foot building to replace it. The total
construction cost for the project is estimated at $633,251.78. Other
improvements at the airport will include the installation of a parking lot and
landscaping estimated at $100,000 as well as expenses associated with
construction totaling $118,000. The total project cost at this time is estimated at
approximately $860,000. The project will be paid for through the use of tax
increment funding that will be generated by the expansion of the existing south
end tax increment finance district. Prior to any additional action by the City
Council on this project, a public hearing is required.
Now is the time for the public to comment on the proposed Airport Terminal
Building Project.
B. Proposed Use of Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Funds
Previously the City Council took action to establish a public hearing for the
proposed use of Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Funds. Since fiscal year
1996, the city has been receiving funds under the Local Law Enforcement Block
Grant Program to assist in the purchase of equipment that will be used for law
enforcement activities that are not funded through the normal budget process as
directed by the city. The current grant program will expire in June 2004. The
application considered for Council’s consideration at this time will be for fiscal
year 2003 through the end of fiscal year 2005. The total program would be
$37,602 with $33,842 being provided through the federal government and the
remaining $3,760 being provided by the city. As part of the federal requirements
for this grant application, a public hearing is required.
Now is the time for the public to comment on the proposed use of Local Law
Enforcement Block Grant Funds.
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C. Proposed Amendment of the South End Urban Renewal District
Previously the City Council took action to establish a public hearing for the
proposed amendment of the South End Urban Renewal District. In anticipation of
the expansion of the current south end tax increment finance district, it is
necessary for the City Council to amend the current South End Urban Renewal
District to account for this expansion. The proposed expansion will provide the
necessary revenue stream to cover the cost for the Airport Terminal Building
Project as well as the proposed expansion of water service to the south end. The
current South End Urban Renewal District boundaries are concurrent with the
current south end tax increment finance boundaries. Prior to any changes in that
district, a public hearing is required.
Now is the time for the public to comment on the proposed amendment of the
South End Urban Renewal District.
D. Proposed Amendment to the Downtown Urban Renewal District
Previously the City Council took action to establish a public hearing for the
proposed amendment to the Downtown Urban Renewal District. The downtown
district is being amended to include additional properties and activities to be
funded from the existing Downtown Tax Increment Finance District. In order to
utilize that revenue source, the urban renewal district must be expanded to
account for those anticipated projects and expenses. Prior to any formal action
on the amendment to the Downtown Urban Renewal District, a public hearing is
required.
Now is the time for the public to comment on the proposed amendment to the
Downtown Urban Renewal District.
9. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
A. Request on first reading for a new Class C Beer and Sunday Sales Permit for
Island Convenience, 4701 Grandview Avenue – Melon Shed Inc.
B. Request to change owners for a new Class C Beer and Sunday Sales Permit for
Mac’s Convenience Store, 8
th
& Cypress streets – Mac’s Convenience Stores
LLC, formerly Clark Service (pending inspections)
C. Request for renewal of a Class C Liquor License and Sunday Sales Permit for
Bootleggers, 214 Iowa Avenue – 213 Iowa Avenue Inc.
D. Request for renewal of a Class BW Beer/Wine and Sunday Sales Permit for
Imperial Restaurant, 1519 Park Avenue – Imperial Restaurant Inc.
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E. Request for renewal of a Class BW Beer/Wine and Sunday Sales Permit for
Zhang’s China Garden, 2016 Cedar Plaza – Zhang’s China Garden LLC
F. Request approval of cigarette permits for Mac’s Convenience Store, 8
th
&
Cypress streets and Island Grocery, 4701 Grandview Avenue, expiring June 30,
2004.
G. Request Approval to Use City Property for MHS Electric Car Race
The city has received a request for the use of Weed Park for the third annual
MHS Electric Car Race for Saturday, September 20, 2003. More specifically,
representatives of the car race are asking to use the upper loop of Weed Park
beginning at 6:00 a.m.
At this time City Council could take action to approve the request for the use of
the upper loop of Weed Park for the MHS Electric Car Race for Saturday,
September 20, 2003, beginning at 6:00 a.m.
10. FROM THE MAYOR
A. Review Appointment for Animal Control Review Committee
11. FROM THE PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
A. Request Approval to Amend the 1994 Urban Renewal Plans for Downtown and
South End
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a request to amend the 1994 Urban
Renewal Plans for the downtown and south end. Previously a public hearing was
held to receive public comment on the proposed amendments to the south end
and downtown urban renewal districts. The Planning & Zoning Commission met
on August 12, 2003 to review the two amendments of the city’s urban renewal
plans. The proposed amendments will allow for the city to expand the existing tax
increment finance district and revenue stream within the downtown plan to allow
for property acquisition for public purposes and within the south end to allow for
the expansion of the south end tax increment finance district to allow for the
revenues to be utilized for the expansion of water services and for the
construction of a new airport terminal building.
At this time City Council could take action to approve the amendments to the
1994 Urban Renewal Plans for the downtown and south end areas within the City
of Muscatine.
B. Resolution Amending the South End Urban Renewal District
This information will be distributed at Thursday’s meeting.
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C. Resolution Amending the Downtown Urban Renewal District
This information will be distributed at Thursday’s meeting.
12. FROM THE CITY ADMINISTRATOR
A. Second Reading of an Ordinance Rezoning Property Within the City of
Muscatine
Presented for City Council’s consideration is the second reading of an ordinance
rezoning property within the City of Muscatine. In March of this year the City
Council received a request from a private developer for the consideration of
voluntary annexation of 105.227 acres of real estate within the City of Muscatine.
As part of that request, the private developer also requested that the Council take
action to rezone the property from its current residential zoning to a mixed use
(S3) district. The request was reviewed by the city’s Planning & Zoning
Commission to ensure that the request and proposed action was consistent with
the city’s Comprehensive Plan for growth and development for the City of
Muscatine. The city’s Planning & Zoning Commission has approved this request
and is recommending that City Council take similar action.
At this time City Council could take action on the second reading of an ordinance
amending the zoning ordinance for the City of Muscatine.
B. First Reading of an Ordinance Amending the South End TIF District
This information will be distributed at Thursday’s meeting.
C. Resolution Accepting the Lowest Responsible Bid and Authorizing the Mayor and
City Clerk to Enter Into a Contract for the Construction of the Pavement Marking
of Runway 6/24 at the Municipal Airport
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a resolution accepting the lowest
responsible bid and authorizing the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into a contract
for the construction of the pavement marking of runway 6/24 at the municipal
airport. The city received three bids for this project with the low bid being from
Bergman Companies Inc. of Eau Claire, Wisconsin, in the amount of $49,940.19.
The project will consist of pavement marking removal and runway painting for
runway 6/24 in advance of the final installation of the instrument lighting system.
The Federal Aviation Administration will fund 90% of the total project cost with
the remaining 10% paid by the city.
At this time City Council could take action by resolution accepting the bid from
Bergman Companies Inc. for the pavement marking of runway 6/24 at the
municipal airport.
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D. Resolution Accepting the Lowest Responsible Bid and Authorizing the Mayor and
City Clerk to Enter Into a Contract for the Construction of the Runway Safety
Area Improvements at the Municipal Airport
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a resolution accepting the lowest
responsible bid for the construction of the runway safety area improvements at
the municipal airport. The city received a total of five bids for the project, which
consists of clearing, excavation, seeding, and fencing of areas associated with
the airport with the anticipated instrument landing system project. The low bidder
for the project is Sulzberger Excavating in the amount of $84,995.70. The project
will receive 90% funding from the Federal Aviation Administration with the
remaining 10% being the responsibility of the City of Muscatine.
At this time City Council could take action by resolution accepting the low bid
from Sulzberger Excavating in the amount of $84,995.70 for the construction of
the runway safety area improvement project at the municipal airport.
E. Resolution Accepting Completed Work and Authorizing Final Payment for the
Muscatine Skate Park P.C. Concrete Surfacing Project
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a resolution accepting the
completed work and authorizing the final payment for the Muscatine Skate Park
P.C. Concrete Surfacing Project. Previously the City Council awarded the
contract for this project to Sulzberger Excavating in an amount not to exceed
$63,472. The resolution is for a total of $59,992 with an additional $3,152.68
being held for 30 days as part of the retainage. In total, $418.40 will be paid less
than anticipated due to less materials being used for the project.
At this time City Council could take action by resolution accepting the completed
work performed for the Muscatine Skate Park P.C. Concrete Surfacing Project
and authorizing final payment to Sulzberger Excavating Inc.
F. Resolution Approving the Contract and Bond for the Weed Park Aquatic Center
Construction Project
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a resolution approving the contract
and bond for the Weed Park Aquatic Center Construction Project. Previously the
City Council took action to award the contract for the project to Carl A. Nelson
Company of Burlington, Iowa, in the amount of $3,489,500. The company has
submitted the appropriate bond and contract information as required for the
project and it has been reviewed and accepted by city staff.
At this time City Council could take action by resolution approving the contract
and bond from the Carl A. Nelson Company for the Weed Park Aquatic Center
Construction Project.
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G. Resolution Authorizing the Use of Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Funds
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a resolution authorizing the use of
Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Funds. Previously the City Council
conducted a public hearing for the review of the use of Local Law Enforcement
Block Grant Funds. As required by provisions of the grant, a committee familiar
with the equipment needs of local law enforcement was formed to make
recommendations as to the items to be purchased under this grant arrangement.
The total block grant available for this project and funding time period will be
$33,842 with a local match of $3,760 for a total project cost of $37,602.
At this time City Council could take action by resolution authorizing the use of
Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Funds.
H. Resolution Approving the Grant Application for Historic Preservation in the City of
Muscatine
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a resolution approving the grant
application for historic preservation in the City of Muscatine. The city’s Historic
Preservation Commission is requesting the authorization to submit a grant
proposal to the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs in the amount of $11,245 for
a grant to conduct an intensive survey and evaluation of the architecture in the
downtown area. The city is required to provide a 40% match that will be provided
through inkind services and will require no cash match. The value of the city’s
match will be $7,497 bringing the total project cost to $18,742.
At this time City Council could take action by resolution to approve a grant
application for historic preservation in the City of Muscatine.
I. Request Authorization to Purchase Portable Radios for the Police Department
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a request to authorize the purchase
of portable radios for the Police Department. Included in the fiscal year budget for
2003/2004 are monies for the purchase of portable radios for the Police
Department. A total of seven radios will be replaced with the total cost being
$16,800.88. Of that amount, $12,800 was provided in the budget with the
balance of $4,000.88 being provided through the Local Law Enforcement Block
Grant Program that was previously approved by Council in fiscal year 2001/2002.
At this time City Council could take action to authorize the purchase of portable
radios for the Police Department.
J. Request Approval of 28E Agreement Between the City of Muscatine and the City
of Fruitland for Police Services
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a request to approve a 28E
agreement between the City of Muscatine and the City of Fruitland for police
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services. On July 1, 2002, the city entered into a oneyear contract for police
services with the City of Fruitland. During that time, the Police Department and
Animal Control Officer responded to a total of 341 calls for service. The first year
was successful for both entities and a new contract is being recommended at this
time. The contract will be effective July 1, 2003 through June 30, 2004. The
contract has been adjusted to reflect the increased cost of services. Overall, the
city will receive $30,340 to be paid in quarterly payments.
At this time City Council could take action to approve the 28E agreement
between the City of Muscatine and the City of Fruitland for law local enforcement
emergency services provided by the Police Department.
K. Request to Approve a Grant Agreement Between the City of Muscatine and the
Federal Aviation Administration for Airport Improvements
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a request to approve a grant
agreement between the City of Muscatine and the FAA for airport improvements.
The City Council previously approved the submission of a grant application to the
FAA for the funding of 90% of several projects at the municipal airport. The
application was approved and the FAA now requests the city enter into a grant
agreement for funding land acquisition, runway safety area improvements and
pavement markings for runway 6/24. In total the grant agreement will be for
$318,221 for funding from the Federal Aviation Administration for these projects.
At this time City Council could take action to approve a grant agreement between
the City of Muscatine and FAA for airport improvements.
L. Request Approval to Purchase a SemiTractor for the Water Pollution Control
Plant
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a request to approve the purchase
of a semitractor for the Water Pollution Control Plant. As part of the city’s
program for biosolid waste disposal, the city will be land applying the material at
a variety of locations in the surrounding area. In order to accommodate the
transportation of the material, city staff has explored and is now recommending
the purchase of a used semitractor. After a review of the used market, it is
recommended that the city purchase a 2000 Mack CH613 from Twin Bridges
Truck City of Davenport, Iowa, in the amount of $40,000.
At this time City Council could take action to approve the purchase of a semi
tractor for the Water Pollution Control Plant.
M. Request Approval to Purchase Road Rock Salt
Presented for City Council’s consideration is a request to approve the purchase
rock salt for the city. Each year the city partners with other Quad City area
communities to solicit bids for rock salt for winter snow control operations. Three
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bids were received with the lowest responsible bid being provided by Morton Salt
for $22.75 per ton. The city and the county will split 1,500 tons (one barge load)
for this upcoming winter season. In addition, the unloading site will be the
Farmland Industry Terminal that will have a nominal fee for unloading.
At this time City Council could take action to approve the bid from Morton Salt for
the 2003/2004 winter season at $22.75 per ton.
N. Request Approval to Proceed with Art Center Improvements
O. Resolution Approving the Plans, Specifications, Form of Contract and Setting the
Bid Opening Date for the Airport Terminal Project
13. COMMUNICATIONS RECEIVE AND FILE
A. Muscatine County Board of Supervisors – July 21 & 28, 2003 & August 4 & 5,
2003
B. Planning & Zoning Commission – July 8, 2003
C. Muscatine Community School District – August 11, 2003
D. Police Department Monthly Report – July 2003
14. APPROVAL OF BILLS
It is recommended bills totaling $979,020.32 be approved and that the City Council
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to issue warrants for the same. It should be
noted that this listing is subject to the approval of any related agenda item(s).
15. COMMUNICATIONS COUNCIL MEMBERS
16. OTHER BUSINESS
17. ADJOURNMENT
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